{"id":1422,"date":"2020-01-02T01:17:12","date_gmt":"2020-01-02T01:17:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/columbiapsychology.com\/?page_id=1422"},"modified":"2025-05-26T01:21:47","modified_gmt":"2025-05-26T01:21:47","slug":"autism-spectrum-disorder-in-adults","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/columbiapsychology.com\/index.php\/workshops-for-providers\/autism-spectrum-disorder-in-adults\/","title":{"rendered":"Autism Spectrum Disorder in Adults"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-20e4joe-3dbd6506b2f43643b8d25d19dfb9902a\">\n.avia-section.av-20e4joe-3dbd6506b2f43643b8d25d19dfb9902a{\nbackground-color:#0d4700;\nbackground-image:unset;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div id='av_section_1'  class='avia-section av-20e4joe-3dbd6506b2f43643b8d25d19dfb9902a main_color avia-section-default avia-no-shadow  avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_section  avia-builder-el-first  avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap fullsize'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><main  role=\"main\" itemprop=\"mainContentOfPage\"  class='template-page content  av-content-full alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-1422'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-728rjy-ff70a7efd9da24faa29759fd27311fd6\">\n.avia-image-container.av-728rjy-ff70a7efd9da24faa29759fd27311fd6 img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-728rjy-ff70a7efd9da24faa29759fd27311fd6 .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-728rjy-ff70a7efd9da24faa29759fd27311fd6 av-styling- avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-1  el_before_av_heading  avia-builder-el-first '   itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img alt=\"\" alt=\"\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class='wp-image-2029 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-2029 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/columbiapsychology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/man-sitting-alone--200x300.jpg\" alt='' title='man sitting alone'  height=\"300\" width=\"200\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/columbiapsychology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/man-sitting-alone--200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/columbiapsychology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/man-sitting-alone--768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/columbiapsychology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/man-sitting-alone--687x1030.jpg 687w, https:\/\/columbiapsychology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/man-sitting-alone--1000x1500.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/columbiapsychology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/man-sitting-alone--470x705.jpg 470w, https:\/\/columbiapsychology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/man-sitting-alone--450x675.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-2lkij2-1eb4303c861413471708dbc63a2af41c\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-2lkij2-1eb4303c861413471708dbc63a2af41c{\npadding-bottom:10px;\ncolor:#eeee22;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-2lkij2-1eb4303c861413471708dbc63a2af41c .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-2lkij2-1eb4303c861413471708dbc63a2af41c .special-heading-inner-border{\nborder-color:#eeee22;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-2lkij2-1eb4303c861413471708dbc63a2af41c .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-2lkij2-1eb4303c861413471708dbc63a2af41c av-special-heading-h3 custom-color-heading blockquote modern-quote modern-centered  avia-builder-el-2  el_after_av_image  el_before_av_hr '><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Autism Spectrum Disorder in Adults<\/h3><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div  class='hr av-1vk9bvy-2b0804e81427dc52818c25cb40e92c15 hr-default  avia-builder-el-3  el_after_av_heading  el_before_av_textblock '><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-1tw5u32-38a72c5aea92353f0eae4c896a2e04ce '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Today, more adults are recognizing symptoms associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder. However, difficulties with social communication, anxiety associated with disruption of routines, difficulties with executive functioning, and other symptoms of Autism also overlap with other diagnoses. To complicate it further, there is a lot of variability in the presentation of adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder, particularly among high-functioning adults. The focus of this seminar is to help clinicians identify symptoms of possible Autism Spectrum Disorder, know when to refer for a comprehensive psychological evaluation, and understand the implications of a diagnosis for an adult on the spectrum. Participants will gain understanding of differential diagnosis, the process of evaluating an adult for Autism Spectrum Disorder, and the interventions and resources available for adults who are identified on the spectrum.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 At the conclusion of this seminar, participants will be able to:<\/p>\n<p>1. Describe the various impairments typically experienced by those with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and discuss why two people with the same<br \/>\ncondition may present very differently<br \/>\n2. List the testing and assessment options available for appropriate differential diagnosis, and discuss interpretation relative to an Autism diagnosis<br \/>\n3. Identify resources for treatment and support of adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder<br \/>\n4. Describe how a diagnosis can be useful for an adult, and identify when to refer for a comprehensive psychological evaluation<\/p>\n<p>4 APA Continuing Education (CE) credits are available upon completion.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>What: Autism Spectrum Disorder in Adults<\/li>\n<li>Who: <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/columbiapsychology.com\/index.php\/whoweare\/\">Emily Crawford-Thompson, Ph.D.<\/a><\/span><br \/>\nTarget Audience: Psychologists, clinical social workers, professional counselors, interns\/residents in training, direct care and social services professionals, residential staff, day program staff, educators, service coordinators, case managers, and other professionals coordinating and applying treatment strategies for adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The seminar is intended for an intermediate level provider.<\/li>\n<li>When: 8 a.m.to 12:30 p.m.<\/li>\n<li>How much: $149<\/li>\n<li>CE: 4 APA Continuing Education (CE) credits available upon completion of course<\/li>\n<li>If you are interested in participating in this seminar, please email <a href=\"mailto:emily@columbiapsychology.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">emily@columbiapsychology.com<\/a> or send us a message using the form at the bottom of this page.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-27441\" src=\"https:\/\/columbiapsychology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/apasponsor_tcm7-173879-300x287.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"287\" srcset=\"https:\/\/columbiapsychology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/apasponsor_tcm7-173879-300x287.png 300w, https:\/\/columbiapsychology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/apasponsor_tcm7-173879.png 338w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Columbia Psychology Healing Center LLC is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists.\u00a0 Columbia Psychology Healing Center LLC maintains responsibility for these programs and their content.\u00a0 Instructors for Columbia Psychology Healing Center LLC certify that they have no affiliations with or involvement in any organization or entity with any financial interest or nonfinancial interest in the subject matter that would present any conflicts of interest.\u00a0 Columbia Psychology Healing Center LLC and its instructors do not receive any commercial support for CE programs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-1sgj4i6-f7d819d2f127dcfcff5fc70c4af43798 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p><a href=\"https:\/\/columbiapsychology.com\/index.php\/whoweare-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-4008 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/columbiapsychology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Emily-updated-photo.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"206\" height=\"206\" srcset=\"https:\/\/columbiapsychology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Emily-updated-photo.jpg 206w, https:\/\/columbiapsychology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Emily-updated-photo-80x80.jpg 80w, https:\/\/columbiapsychology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Emily-updated-photo-36x36.jpg 36w, https:\/\/columbiapsychology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Emily-updated-photo-180x180.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 206px) 100vw, 206px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>About the instructor:<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/columbiapsychology.com\/index.php\/whoweare\/\">Emily Crawford-Thompson, Ph.D.<\/a> <\/span>is a Licensed Psychologist who specializes in psychological evaluations with adults, including those who wish to be evaluated for possible Autism Spectrum Disorder.\u00a0 She is trained as a clinical psychologist and has specialized experience in psychological evaluations since 2009.\u00a0 She is well known in Columbia, Missouri as a trusted and compassionate psychologist with impeccable work that both providers and clients respect.\u00a0 She is trained in the ADOS-2 (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule), MIGDAS-2, and other evidence-based measures to assess <a href=\"https:\/\/columbiapsychology.com\/index.php\/services\/psychologicalevaluations\/adult-autism-columbia-missouri\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Autism Spectrum Disorder.<\/a>\u00a0 She also does comprehensive psychological evaluations to determine diagnoses and treatment recommendations for a range of issues including Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and the range of mood, anxiety, and thought disorders.\u00a0 She performs IQ testing and Learning Disorder testing, and evaluates independent living skills to provide concrete information about what kind of help individuals need to be more independent and enjoy their best quality of life.\u00a0 She also does evaluations to determine readiness to participate in bariatric surgery, spinal cord stimulator, and transplant procedures.\u00a0 Evaluations include a comprehensive written report with thorough, specific, and detailed recommendations for treatment and services, tailored to individual needs, and emphasizing strengths.\u00a0 Feedback includes a thorough discussion of results in which the client is encouraged to ask questions and share their feelings about direction moving forward.\u00a0 Dr. Crawford-Thompson also provides individual counseling, and she offers workshops for providers on a variety of topics including assessment in counseling, and autism in adults.\u00a0 She taught graduate assessment courses at Stephens College for several years, and prior to founding Columbia Psychology Healing Center LLC in 2020, she had over ten years experience in community mental health after completing her internship and postdoc experiences at the VA Hospital.\u00a0 She has supervised several providers for licensure, and facilitated peer supervision for many years.\u00a0 She is a published author of <em>God is Talking: How a Green Iguana Taught Me to Listen<\/em>, along with several academic journal articles and book chapters on topics pertaining to trauma and resilience.\u00a0 Dr. Emily and her friends began organizing annual\u00a0 \u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/columbiapsychology.com\/index.php\/charity-water\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Walk for Water-Columbia<\/a>\u00a0in 2012, and Dr. Emily and Columbia Psychology Healing Center have helped raise funds for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.charitywater.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Charity: Water<\/a>\u00a0global clean water efforts with monthly donations. Dr. Crawford-Thompson genuinely enjoys helping people, and offers an empathetic, collaborative, and strengths-focused approach.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<\/div><\/div><\/main><!-- close content main element --><\/div><\/div><div id='av_section_2'  class='avia-section av-n6u3v-1322e2a124e5011970c11b00a701cf83 main_color avia-section-default avia-no-shadow  avia-builder-el-6  el_after_av_section  avia-builder-el-last  avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap fullsize'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-full alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-1422'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-m69o7-bac33e746381e0248be9eaaf780fac1d\">\n.flex_column.av-m69o7-bac33e746381e0248be9eaaf780fac1d{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-m69o7-bac33e746381e0248be9eaaf780fac1d av_one_half  avia-builder-el-7  el_before_av_one_half  avia-builder-el-first  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  '     ><p><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lhu4b-2db01b68bd74e7646fcc746b53d91c79 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">THREE SIMPLE WAYS TO CONTACT COLUMBIA PSYCHOLOGY HEALING CENTER LLC:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">1.EMAIL <\/span><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"><a style=\"color: #ff6600; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"mailto:emily@columbiapsychology.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">emily@columbiapsychology.com\u00a0<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">2.CALL 573-818-7010\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">3.<\/span><\/strong><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">REQUEST A PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION BELOW<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<div  class='avia-button-wrap av-11ep7-427de12d1c0a89754da725ed8738302a-wrap avia-button-center  avia-builder-el-9  el_after_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-last '><a href='https:\/\/columbiapsychology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Referral-for-Psychological-Evaluation.pdf'  class='avia-button av-11ep7-427de12d1c0a89754da725ed8738302a av-link-btn avia-icon_select-no avia-size-x-large avia-position-center avia-color-blue'  target=\"_blank\"  rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"  aria-label=\"REQUEST A PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION WITH DR. 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